MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 1 鈥? Product and Company Identification
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Product Name:
05528, 05501, 05505, 05555, C05528,C05501,C05505,C05555
Part Number:
Alkaline, aqueous solution
Chemical Name:
An all-purpose, industrial, water-based cleaner designed to remove dirt, grease, and oil from
Product Use:
machinery and equipment.
LPS Laboratories, 4647 Hugh Howell Rd., Tucker, GA, USA 30084
Manufacturer Information:
1 770-243-8800
TEL:
1-800-424-9300 Chemtrec;
Emergency Telephone
Outside U.S.: (703) 527-3887
Number:
1 770-243-8899
FAX:
http://www.lpslabs.com
Website:
PLAIN LANGUAGE HAZARD SUMMARY
Material Safety Data Sheets can be confusing. Federal and State laws require us to include a great deal of technical
information that probably won鈥檛 help the non-professional. LPS includes this 鈥淧LAIN LANGUAGE HAZARD SUMMARY鈥? to
address the questions and concerns of the average worker. If you have additional health, safety or product questions, don鈥檛
hesitate to call us at 800/241-8334.
Worker Toxicity
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner is an industrial chemical. It is a specialized water-based cleaner designed to remove dirt, grease,
and oil from machinery and equipment. It contains ethoxylated alcohols; Avoid extended exposure to unprotected skin.
Don鈥檛 get it in your eyes (it stings), or breathe heavy mist (if working with pressure washing equipment in poorly ventilated
areas). For more exposure and first aid information, refer to MSDS Sections 2, 8 and 11.
Flammability
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner is non-flammable under nearly all conditions.
Disposal
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner is quite alkaline, even after dilution in water. However, after the product has been exhausted in a
typical cleaning process, its pH level will be significantly reduced, and in some extreme cases may essentially be neutral. In
most cleaning operations, suitability for disposal is determined not just by pH level but by the end-user鈥檚 ability to separate
suspended oil from the water. Levels of acceptable oil remaining in the spent cleaning solution can vary from one local
jurisdiction to another. Consult your local P.O.T.W. (Publicly Owned Treatment Works) for instructions on how to dispose of
spent cleaning solution down sanitary sewer lines. Also, see section 13 for additional disposal information.
Page 1 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 2 鈥? Hazards Identification
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
Emergency Overview: CAUTION: Mild Eye Irritant.
Primary route(s) of entry: Skin and Eye contact.
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Irritating to eyes.
Eyes:
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Skin:
Inhalation of large quantities of spray mist may cause irritation of the respiratory tract.
Inhalation:
Product has a low order of acute oral toxicity, but ingestion of large quantities may cause nausea,
Ingestion:
vomiting, and gastrointestinal irritation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Carcinogenic Effects: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
Mutagenic Effects: None
Teratogenic Effects: None
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or chronic respiratory
diseases should avoid exposure.
Signs and Symptoms
Stinging in eyes. Repeated or prolonged skin contact can cause redness, irritation, and scaling of the skin (dermatitis).
Breathing of high mist concentrations may cause irritation of throat and eyes.
Section 3 鈥? Composition / Information on Ingredients
Component CASRN Weight Percent
Alcohols, C10-16,ethoxylated 68002-97-1 5 - 10%
Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether 34590-94-8 1-5%
Sodium Citrate 68-04-2 1 - 5%
*The remaining ingredients are not classified as hazardous per 29 CFR 1910.1200 Subpart Z
Page 2 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 4 鈥? First Aid Measures
Check for and remove contact lenses. If irritation or redness develops, flush eyes with cool, clean, low-
Eyes:
pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of the eye and
eyelid tissue. Do not use eye ointment. Seek medical attention immediately.
Remove contaminated shoes and clothing. Clean affected area thoroughly with mild soap and water. Do
Skin:
not use ointments. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Immediately move victim to fresh air. If victim is not breathing, immediately begin rescue breathing. If heart
Inhalation:
has stopped, immediately begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). If breathing is difficult, seek medical
attention immediately.
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
Ingestion:
an unconscious person. If spontaneous vomiting is about to occur, place victim鈥檚 head below knees. If
victim is drowsy or unconscious, place on the left side with head down. Do not leave victim unattended.
Seek medical attention immediately.
Section 5 鈥? Fire Fighting Measures
Products of Combustion: Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
General Fire Hazards: High heat will cause product to boil, evolving vapor that could cause explosive rupture of closed
containers.
Firefighting media: SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to
prevent pressure build-up, auto ignition or explosions.
Sensitivity to Impact: None Sensitivity to Static Discharge: None
Protection Clothing (Fire): None.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: None.
Section 6 鈥? Accidental Release Measures
Absorb with an inert material and dispose of properly.
Containment Small Spill and Leak:
Procedures
Ventilate area. Block the path of any flowing material using soil,
Large Spill and Leak:
gravel, or other readily available material. Absorb with dry earth,
sand or other non-combustible material and dispose of properly.
Recover free product and place in suitable container for disposal.
Clean-Up Procedures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Keep unnecessary and unprotected people away.
Evacuation
Procedures
Wear appropriate protective equipment during cleanup.
Special Procedures
Page 3 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 7 鈥? Handling and Storage
Handling: After handling, always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid
skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists.
Storage: Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Store between 32掳F and 120掳F.
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Store all materials in dry, well-ventilated area. Avoid skin and eye
contact. Avoid breathing vapors.
Section 8 鈥? Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Guidelines:
OSHA OSHA ACGIH ACGIH
Component CASRN NIOSH
TWA-PEL STEL TLV STEL
Dipropylene Glycol 150 ppm 100 ppm TWA
34590-94-8 100 ppm 100 ppm 150 ppm
Monomethyl Ether CANADA 150 ppm STEL
Alcohols, C10- Not Not Not Not Not
68002-97-1
16,ethoxylated Established Established Established Established Established
Not Not Not Not Not
Sodium Citrate 68-04-2
Established Established Established Established Established
Engineering Controls: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to keep exposures below the exposure guidelines.
Personal Protection:
Safety glasses with side shields conforming to appropriate regulations. Eye wash fountain and
Eyes:
emergency shower facilities are recommended.
If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits (listed above), use NIOSH
Respiratory:
approved respiratory protection.
Use chemically resistant gloves (i.e., nitrile). Please observe the instructions regarding permeability
Hands:
and breakthrough time that are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Take into consideration the
specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion and the
contact time.
General Hygiene Considerations: Wash thoroughly after handling. Have eye-wash facilities immediately available.
Page 4 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 9 鈥? Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid. Purple
Appearance: Color:
Sassafras Not Established
Odor/Taste: Vapor Pressure:
> 99% in water 1 (H2O=1)
Solubility Description: Evaporation Rate:
~100掳C at 760mmHg None
Boiling Point : Flash Point:
TCC
1.01鈥?1.03 at 20掳C Flash Point Method:
Specific Gravity (Water=1):
>1 Not Applicable
Vapor Density (air=1): Auto Ignition Temperature:
4.0%, 41 g/L, 0.3 #/gal > 1.0
V.O.C. Content: Partition Coefficient (oct/water):
per CARB/OTC
o
Not Applicable <3 centistokes at 25 C
Flammable limits (estimated): Viscosity:
11.0 鈥? 11.5
pH:
Section 10 鈥? Stability and Reactivity
Product is stable under recommended storage conditions.
Chemical Stability:
Avoid substances that react with water. Extreme heat or freezing.
Conditions to Avoid:
Reactive or incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Incompatibility:
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Hazardous Decomposition:
Will not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Section 11 鈥? Toxicological Information
Acute and Chronic Toxicity
A: General Product Information
An acute toxicity study of this product has not been conducted. Information given in this section relates only to individual
constituents contained in this preparation.
B: Component Analysis
Component CASRN LC-50 LD-50
5135 mg/kg/oral/rat*
Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether 34590-94-8 Not Established
9500 mg/kg/dermal/rabbit*
1000 mg/kg/oral/rat*
Alcohols, C10-16,ethoxylated 68002-97-1 0.22-8 mg/L/4H/rat*
3870-8000 mg/kg/dermal/rabbit*
Sodium Citrate 68-04-2 Not Established Not Established
* Supplier Data
Page 5 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 12 鈥? Ecological Information
May adsorb to sediments Biodegradable.
Mobility: Persistence and
degradability:
No bioaccumulation potential
Bioaccumulative
potential:
Ecotoxicity:
Component CASRN Test Species Results
Effect on Organisms
Dipropylene Glycol Pimephales
34590-94-8 Acute LC50 >10,000 mg/L
Methyl Ether promelas
Acute Toxicity on Fishes
Alcohols, C10-
68002-97-1 96-hr LC50 Guppy 6.5 mg/L
16,ethoxylated
Dipropylene Glycol
34590-94-8 Acute LC50 Daphnia magna 1919 mg/L
Methyl Ether
Acute Toxicity on
Daphnia Alcohols, C10-
68002-97-1 96-hr EC50 Daphnia magna 2.32 mg/L
16,ethoxylated
Dipropylene Glycol
34590-94-8 EC50 Bacteria 4168 mg/L
Bacterial inhibition
Methyl Ether
Dipropylene Glycol Selenastrum
34590-94-8 EC50 >969 mg/L
Methyl Ether
Growth inhibition of Capricorniunutum
algae Alcohols, C10-
68002-97-1 72-hr EbC50 2.7 mg/L
S. subspicatus
16,ethoxylated
No Data Available
Bioaccumulation in fish
Section 13 鈥? Disposal Considerations
None.
Waste Status:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state, provincial, and local environmental
Disposal:
control regulations.
Chemical additions to, processing of, or otherwise altering this material may make this waste
Note:
management information inaccurate, incomplete, or otherwise inappropriate. Furthermore, state and
local waste disposal requirements may be more restrictive than federal laws and regulations.
Section 14 鈥? Transport Information
This product is not regulated by any mode of transportation.
Page 6 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Section 15 鈥? Regulatory information
U.S. Federal Regulations
RCRA Hazardous Waste No.: None
Comprehensive Environmental Response and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA): This product contains no Reportable
Quantity (RQ) Substances.
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA):
All components of this product are TSCA inventory listed and/or are exempt.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III
SARA Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370) Hazard Categories: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
This product contains the following toxic chemical(s) subject to reporting requirements of SARA Title III Section
313 (40 CFR 372): None
Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs): None
State Regulations
New Jersey Right to Know: Water 7732-18-5 鈼? Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether 34590-94-8 鈼?
C10 鈥? C16 Ethoxylated Alcohol 68002-97-1 鈼? Sodium Citrate 68-04-2 鈼廠odium Carbonate 497-19-8 鈼?
California: This product does not contain chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
reproductive harm.
California and OTC States: This product conforms to consumer regulations.
International Regulations
Canadian Environmental Protection Act: All of the components of this product are included on the Canadian Domestic
Substances list (DSL).
Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMIS:
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
WHMIS Classification:
Class D2B
Page 7 of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BFX All-Purpose Cleaner
Revision 3 Revision Date: 8/5/08 Supercedes: 2/14/03
Other Regulations
Montreal Protocol listed ingredients: None.
Stockholm Convention listed ingredients: None.
Rotterdam Convention listed ingredients: None.
RoHS Compliant: Yes.
Section 16 鈥? Other Information
NFPA
HMIS 1996 HMIS III
MSDS#15528 Flammability
Responsible Name: Health: 1 Health: [/]1
Clea Johnson 0
Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0
Regulatory Affairs Coordinator 1 Reactivity
Health 0
Reactivity: 0 Physical Hazard 0
Notice to Reader:
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its
subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination
of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with
caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
Clea L Johnson, Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
LPS Laboratories
A division of Illinois Tool Works
Page 8 of 8
|